We Simplify Philanthropy
111+
TOTAL FUNDS
Established by donors, businesses, and area nonprofits
$65.5M
TOTAL ASSETS
Across all funds held by the Okoboji Foundation
$6.77M
GRANTED
To area community projects through the Okoboji Foundation’s granting fund
220+
YIP ALUMNI
Local students who have participated in Youth In Philanthropy
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2026
Project Snapshots
Spirit of Okoboji
Save Turtle Lake/Wahpeton Canals
Pearson Lakes Art Center
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2026
ALL GRANTEES
$200,000
Tree House Project
Pearson Lakes Art Center
$99,000
Canals Restoration
OPA (fiscal sponsor)
$40,000
Memorial project (YIP Grant)
Veterans Memorial of Dickinson County
$35,000
Outdoor Patio & Stage Project (YIP Grant)
Iowa Rock 'N Roll
$35,000
Preserving the Portal Project (YIP Grant)
Dickinson County Museum
$20,000
Swing Bridge
Spirit Of Okoboji
$11,000
Lobby Refresh Project (YIP Grant)
Lakes Area Hockey Association
$6,000
Field Renovations
Spirit Lake Youth Athletics
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The Faces Behind the Impact
Donor stories reflect the generosity and community spirit behind the Okoboji Foundation. Each one showcases the lasting impact of giving in the Okoboji area.